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Silent Killer on the Dairy Floor: How Toxic Gas Claimed Six Lives in Colorado
By NASP Blogger Current Events
Six workers lost their lives this August at a Colorado dairy after being overcome by toxic gases in a confined space. The tragedy, now under investigation by state and federal officials, is a grim reminder of the invisible dangers that lurk in many agricultural workplaces. The Day the Air Turned Deadly The incident took place…
When Routine Becomes Tragedy: Investigators Weigh In on 79-Year-Old’s Death at Work
Current Events
On an early October morning on the south side of San Antonio, a 79-year-old worker at a manufactured-home dealership lost his life in a workplace incident now under federal investigation. Federal safety officials are probing the fatal event at the company to determine whether safety protocols were followed and whether broader hazards exist. The Incident…
The Current State of OSHA
Current Events
As of late 2025, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is operating under complex and evolving circumstances shaped by the ongoing federal government shutdown, pending budget decisions, and recent leadership changes. Despite these challenges, OSHA continues to perform its essential mission of ensuring safe and healthful working conditions for employees across the United States.…
Psychological Health and Safety Risk Factors During the Holiday Season
Psychological Health and Safety
The holiday season is often described as “the most wonderful time of the year,” yet for many workers it also brings added stress, distraction, and fatigue. Between November and December, employees balance their normal workload with personal obligations surrounding Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, and other celebrations. While the season is full of joy, it can also…
The Certified Safety Manager Class Returns to Las Vegas: Don’t Miss NASP’s Most Popular Training Event
Live Classes
Whether you’re stepping into a safety management role for the first time or have years of experience under your belt, NASP’s Certified Safety Manager (CSM) course is your opportunity to take your skills to the next level. Designed by safety professionals for safety professionals, the CSM program provides the practical knowledge and tools needed to…
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New YouTube Webinar
11.05.2021 YoutubeJoin NASP Executive Director Eric Gislason and C.A. Short’s Brent Lee for this exciting webinar focused on effective safety training…
SAFETY NEWS BREAK – NOVEMBER 5TH 2021
11.05.2021 YoutubeOn this week’s episode of Safety News Break, we take a look at the results of a recent hearing protection…
SAFETY NEWS BREAK – OCTOBER 29TH 2021
10.29.2021 YoutubeThe Senate confirmed OSHA’s newest leader this week. Let’s learn more about the former CalOSHA chief and what he will…
SAFETY NEWS BREAK – OCTOBER 22ND 2021
10.22.2021 YoutubeTomorrow, October 23rd marks the anniversary of the Phillips 66 Petroleum Chemical Plant explosion that claimed the lives of 23…
SAFETY NEWS BREAK – OCTOBER 15TH 2021
10.15.2021 YoutubeThe National Safety Council released a report conducted as part of its SAFER initiative. Let’s learn more about the initiative…
SAFETY NEWS BREAK – OCTOBER 8TH 2021
10.11.2021 YoutubeCalifornia has just signed into law a warehouse safety initiative targeting production quotas. Let’s learn more about this one of…
SAFETY NEWS BREAK – SEPTEMBER 24TH 2021
09.24.2021 YoutubeThe U.S. Military is mandating that all military personnel receive the COVID vaccination. What are your thoughts? Let’s take a…
SAFETY NEWS BREAK – SEPTEMBER 17TH 2021
09.17.2021 YoutubeLet’s look at a couple of environmental stories this week in the NASP Safety News Break round-up of drinking water,…
SAFETY NEWS BREAK – SEPTEMBER 10TH 2021
09.10.2021 YoutubeUnderstanding and selecting Flame Resistant (FR) clothing can be burdensome. There is a lot to learn when it comes to…
SAFETY NEWS BREAK – SEPTEMBER 3TH 2021
09.03.2021 YoutubeFederal workplace safety regulators proposed over $1.3 million in penalties against a construction company in Boston after two employees died…
SAFETY NEWS BREAK – AUGUST 27TH 2021
08.27.2021 YoutubeAccording to OSHA, employers should take steps to protect fully vaccinated and unvaccinated workers against COVID-19 in the wake of…
SAFETY NEWS BREAK – AUGUST 20TH 2021
08.20.2021 YoutubeOSHA recently fined a water utilities construction company $1.3 million following the deaths of two workers at a Boston dig…